Business Details
49 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Tropical Foliage Plants
Heart of Florida Greenhouses has been cultivating innovative tropical interior foliage plants since 1977. Founded by Theo and Christina Bryant, our family-owned business combines decades of horticultural expertise with mechanical precision to deliver premium plant solutions. We specialize in custom plant selection, packaging, and shipping services tailored to meet the unique needs of florists, interiorscapers, and garden centers nationwide. Our patented plant varieties like the cold-tolerant Aglaeonema 'Bryant Queen' and low-maintenance Pothos 'Jade Satin' demonstrate our commitment to developing industry-leading botanical solutions. With over 45 years of experience, we maintain weekly LTL carrier partnerships and a unique FedEx Freight program to ensure reliable delivery of fresh plant material without seasonal shipping restrictions.Our team of fifth-generation nursery professionals provides personalized support for special requests, from mixed-case packaging configurations to volume cost comparisons. As one of Florida's few foliage FedEx Freight partners, we offer competitive shipping rates through standardized 40Wx48Lx39H pallet boxes that accommodate 40-50 cubic feet of plant material. Our real-time 'Plants of the Month' photo gallery showcases current inventory without digital enhancements, enabling informed purchasing decisions. From compact Dieffenbachia 'Amoena Bryant' cultivars to drought-resistant Aloe 'Solar Flare' varieties, we continuously innovate to address evolving market demands while maintaining strict quality control standards.
Services
Custom Plant Pulling
Mixed-Case Packaging
LTL Freight Coordination
FedEx Freight Shipping
Patented Plant Cultivars
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 45+ years developing specialized tropical foliage varieties
- Custom plant selection and packaging configurations available
- Exclusive FedEx Freight shipping program with competitive rates
- Patented cold-tolerant and pest-resistant plant cultivars
- Family-owned operation with generational horticultural expertise
Services
Custom Plant Pulling
We fulfill specialized plant requests by pulling custom specifications to match existing foliage installations or unique client requirements. Our experienced team ensures precise selection as if you were choosing plants in person. This service supports diverse commercial needs from single varieties to complex mixed orders.
Mixed-Case Packaging
Our packaging solutions accommodate businesses of all sizes through configurable case options. 6-inch plants pack 12/case (divisible into 4s), while 4-inch plants pack 30/case (divisible into 10s). This system maintains cost-efficiency while enabling customized order configurations for retail and wholesale clients.
LTL Freight Coordination
We partner with major LTL carriers for weekly deliveries and assist clients with transportation cost comparisons. Our team provides shipping recommendations and secures multiple quotes to optimize delivery economics for partial loads, full trailers, or pickup arrangements.
FedEx Freight Program
Our exclusive FedEx Freight partnership offers competitive cube-rate shipping without minimum volume requirements. Standardized 40Wx48Lx39H pallet boxes ship Monday-Tuesday with guaranteed Wednesday-Friday delivery, maintaining freshness without seasonal shipping restrictions.
Patented Plant Cultivars
We develop proprietary plant varieties like cold-tolerant Aglaeonema 'Bryant Queen' and pest-resistant Pothos 'Jade Satin'. These patented cultivars offer commercial advantages including extended growing zones, reduced maintenance, and enhanced aesthetic qualities for interiorscape applications.
People
Theo Bryant
President/Owner
Co-founder with 20 years U.S. Navy flight engineering experience. Developed compact Dieffenbachia cultivars and cold-tolerant aglaeonema varieties through decades of horticultural innovation.
Christina Bryant
Secretary/Treasurer
Co-founder holding biology and chemistry degrees. Oversees financial operations while maintaining the nursery's scientific foundation for plant development and quality control standards.
Henry Bryant
Head Grower
Manages plant production and workforce development. Combines generational knowledge with modern growing techniques to maintain consistent quality across 25+ acres of tropical foliage inventory.
Austin Bryant
Sales/Shipping
Develops new plant varieties including Pothos 'Jade Satin' and Aloe 'Solar Flare'. Coordinates logistics to ensure timely delivery of fresh plant material nationwide.
Deanna Bryant
Sales/Shipping
Supports customer orders through customized packaging solutions and freight arrangements. Maintains client relationships while ensuring efficient order fulfillment processes.
Questions
What plant varieties do you specialize in?
We focus on tropical interior foliage including patented cultivars like Aglaeonema 'Bryant Queen', Pothos 'Jade Satin', and Dieffenbachia 'Amoena Bryant'.
Do you offer custom packaging options?
Yes, we provide mixed-case packaging for 4" and 6" plants with divisible configurations to meet specific order requirements.
What shipping methods are available?
We offer LTL freight coordination, our exclusive FedEx Freight program, and pickup arrangements for nationwide plant deliveries.
Are your plants available year-round?
Our 'Plants of the Month' gallery shows current inventory with real-time availability updates and no seasonal shipping restrictions.
How can I request special plant specifications?
Contact our team for custom pulling services to match existing installations or meet unique commercial requirements.
Do you work with small businesses?
Yes, our flexible packaging and shipping solutions accommodate businesses of all sizes, from local florists to national chains.
